Sam Houston Planter Guatemalan Palm Leaf Straw Hat

Please Note: SunBody checks the size of every hat in their shop in Houston. When SunBody finds a hat to be a different size from that shown on the label, SunBody puts a gummed paper sticker over the old size with the correct sizing shown. Thus, if you recieve one of these hats with the paper sticker showing a different size, you will know why.

UPF 50+

Handwoven in Guatemala; Finished in the USA

Shade yourself in the hot summer heat with the Sam Houston Planter Hat. This SunBody hat is made with a classic telescope crown block along with a wide brim, perfect for those hot summer days!

Named after the father of Texas, this Planter Hat is perfect for the re-enactors of the Old South and 1830's Texas.

Approx.5 3/4" Crown Creased Down to 4 1/4"5" Brim

Made of:100% Guatemalan Palm Leaf Straw

Cotton Poplin SweatbandRemovable Hat Band UnlinedUPF 50

Sizes: 6 7/8 (S) - 8+ (XXXL)

For more information on sizing and adjustments for SunBody Hats -click here.

Please Note: SunBody checks the size of every hat in their shop in Houston. When SunBody finds a hat to be a different size from that shown on the label, SunBody puts a gummed paper sticker over the old size with the correct sizing shown. Thus, if you recieve one of these hats with the paper sticker showing a different size, you will know why.

UPF 50+

Handwoven in Guatemala; Finished in the USA

Shade yourself in the hot summer heat with the Sam Houston Planter Hat. This SunBody hat is made with a classic telescope crown block along with a wide brim, perfect for those hot summer days!

Named after the father of Texas, this Planter Hat is perfect for the re-enactors of the Old South and 1830's Texas.

Approx.5 3/4" Crown Creased Down to 4 1/4"5" Brim

Made of:100% Guatemalan Palm Leaf Straw

Cotton Poplin SweatbandRemovable Hat Band UnlinedUPF 50

Sizes: 6 7/8 (S) - 8+ (XXXL)

For more information on sizing and adjustments for SunBody Hats -click here.

Used the hat to create a custom visor for my riding helmet. It's called a 'Hell-Hat'. Wish I could include a photo.

Be prepared for questions and complements...

By Roger from Miami, FL | August 5, 2018

Excellent sun coverage, and speaking from South Florida... I need it.
A nice 360 degree wide brim, and it is rigid but not so stiff as to be uncomfortable.
The only unexpected aspect I’ve come across about the hat is this... Every time I wear this hat in public SOMEONE is going to; 1. Complement me on it or 2. Ask me where I got it or 3. How much did it cost? Usually all three. :)
Be prepared, and enjoy!

Charlton heston

By John from Bokeelia, FL | November 7, 2017

very nice hat makes me feel like charlton heston in the movie The naked Jungle

Magnificent Hat!

By Jed from Kingwood, TX | November 1, 2017

The hat arrived in a sturdy, cardboard hat box to protect it in shipping. The straw hat is very high quality and an excellent value. It fits really well and the extra wide brim protects me from the Houston sun. The hat is cooler and lighter than felt or wool hats. If you buy this hat you won't be disappointed.

Great hat!

By Jed from Kingwood, TX | October 20, 2017

Fits perfectly, feels great and looks good. Just what I need for the Houston sun! Arrived in a fitted box to prevent damage in shipping. Very well made - high quality. Because of the great service and quality of product I bought another hat - a felt gambler this time.

Wow! A Great Buy!

By Paul from Laguna Beach, CA | August 25, 2017

This hat was everything and more than I expected. The fit was perfect and the quality was exceptional! I bought two hats and they both were just what I wanted. As a reenactor and an actor I will be using these hats!

Memories

By Jim from Saginaw, MI | July 25, 2017

This hat is well made and does an excellent job at keeping the sun at bay. The only fly in the ointment is that, when I wear this hat, I find myself constantly thinking about the Alamo.

Sam Houston HaT

By Gustav from Overton, NE | July 14, 2017

Arrived on time, in good condition. I like it! Great styling fun to wear, fits good. I will shop again with you guy's. Great service Thank You

Perfect hat for Amusement parks

By James from Hawthrone, CA | June 16, 2017

Great coverage, the brim is nice and large to cover my ears, nose, and neck. Plus it looks great on me.

Product as Described

By Ernie from Franklin, NH | November 1, 2016

The hat is as described and the fit is perfect. I have not worn the hat because it is fall heading toward winter in New Hampshire. I will know about public reaction and wear in the spring and summer.

Great outdoor hat

By John from Hartsock, IL | October 4, 2016

I purchased a Sam Houston style hat for mowing and car shows. I like it and plan to purchase another .

Get One!

By Raf from Abq, NM | September 5, 2016

Great hat, well-made, wide brim(!), good value, good-looking.
Received quickly in undamaged condition. Comes with sweat band and hat band. Plan for use gardening and outdoor activities where sun protection is vital. Overall--very pleased.

Sam Houston Hat--I

By Larry from Leesburg, VA | September 3, 2016

PLEASE PLEASE add a leather chin cord to the Sam Houston Hat -- I would buy a bunch!!

Looking for a hat for a historical re-creation. Perfect hat, perfect size and function. Not to mention keeping me from being sunburned on a long outdoor video shoot.

Great stuff!

Wonderful hat

By Dan from Redlands, CA | August 10, 2016

Stylish and practical hat for keeping the sun's rays away. Excellent customer service. The size was too large for me, so I returned it by mail for a smaller size and promptly received the replacement. Would definitely recommend them for future hat purchases.

I love this hat. I now obey my doctors orders to stay out of the sun and have a hat that gets lots of great reviews from my friends and acquaintances.

Perfect!

By DELWAULLE from MEYRARGUES FRANCE, NO | August 27, 2015

This hat is perfect! It fits very well and it a very good protection during sunny days (and in South France, days are often sunny and hot).
It was my first purchase on your website, but certainly not the last.
Thanks a lot.

Wonderful Quality!

By Victoria S. from St. Paul, MN | August 13, 2015

I am very impressed with the quality of this hat - very thick, clean straw woven into a sturdy yet pliable form. My husband is a natural redhead, so when he goes outside, he needs a good hat that can shade his face from the sun. This Sam Houston Planter Hat is perfect. He is wearing it whenever we're outside in the garden or at historical reenactments. Wonderful Quality product, excellent customer service. Thank you!

Fantastic hat

By John Flud from Florence, SC | August 8, 2015

This is my first purchase from your shop.The hat is super quality.exactly what I wanted.The first order was too large so return was smooth and second hat came a few weeks later. I am very pleased wears well cool and comfortable.

Very pleased!!!

By S J from Richmond, TX | August 4, 2015

An excellent sun hat. I think you will be very pleased with your purchase.

Great Hat

By Robert from Carlisle, AR | July 1, 2015

I purchased the Sam Houston Planter Guatemalan Palm Leaf Straw Hat for protection from the sun. This is a great hat. Has a wide brim just as I wanted. Excellent workmanship and quality materials. Purchase and shipping went very well. I highly recommend Village Hat Shop.

Straw Hat

By C O from Louisville, MS | May 25, 2015

Good hat. Positive experience.

Wow!

By Brad from San Diego, CA | May 17, 2015

Better than expectations....I wear a size 8, difficult to find any hat that fits well, let alone a hat of this quality. The size was right on....the construction/finish were very good for a hat that would cost twice what I paid for this hat.....it arrived within a couple of days.....and it arrived with specially designed support within the box that ensured it retained it's intended shape. I will extoll the virtues of the village hat shop with all who compliment me on my hat, and I expect that will be many. The bottom line....the most satisfactory purchase I've made in a long time.

Sam Houston aka man with no name

By James from Imperial, CA | March 31, 2015

I have been looking for a straw hat that looks like the one in the good the bad and the ugly . Threw it in the bathtub shaped it made a leather hat band and it looks and feels great keeping the sun off in the intense heat of the desert.

Wonderful Hat!

By Susan from Colorado Springs, CO | January 28, 2015

Bought this for my husband for his "non" Anniversary gift, even though we agree to no gifts, haha. He saw the box and said, "oh, it is ok to give hats, they don't count for not giving gifts" HAHA. He loves it and now my Dad wants one too!

My husband loves this hat

By Susan from Colorado Springs, CO | January 10, 2015

Ordering another of this hat for my husband, he love it and literally wore his out after 4 years! He gets compliments on this hat everyplace we go!

Great hat; even better customer service

By Christine from Port Orange, FL | December 9, 2014

Beautiful hat--everything I hoped for. 1st hat had a minor flaw; Village Hat Shop sent a replacement and paid for return shipping of the flawed hat with no question. Remarkable customer service!

My picky husband loved this!

By Kari from Juno Beach, FL | October 10, 2014

There are so many times I purchase a gift for my husband and it ends up being exchanged - not this one! He LOVES this hat! It's great for FL with a very wide brim for sun protection. Fit was exactly to size and the quality is great. He gets compliments all the time on it.

Great hat & great service!

By Mary from Friendswood, TX | August 4, 2014

Hubby LOVED this hat! (He'd asked for a planter's hat "like Sam Houston wore in the Alamo movie.") Be sure to measure! Because of the amazing array of sizes offered, I ordered too large because Hubby ALWAYS needs the largest size. (That would be the largest size offered by stores whose size range isn't as extensive as the Village Hat Shop!) Returning the hat to exchange for a smaller size was easy, and the email communication tracking the return was first-rate. I will order again from the Village Hat Shop!

Not bad for the money

By Tony from Tulsa, OK | June 27, 2014

I ordered the Sam Houston Planter because I wanted something a little different for my summer time gardening and yard work. Based on the on-line description, it seemed to be just the thing. The hat arrived promptly, though the box was a little dented (thanks FedEx). The hat was undamaged, and my first impression of it was good. The construction seems good, and the brim and crown are fairly symmetric. Some poorly made sewn straw hats can tend towards lopsidedness in those areas. The palm leaf braid has a rougher texture than I had hoped for, but is not too harsh. I'm sure a little handling will smooth it out. The hat band is a bit disappointing. Although the description did not mention the material the band is made of, the close-up photos appeared to be a standard grosgrain sort of ribbon. In fact, the hat band that came on my hat is a very thin (almost see-through) elastic of some sort, and only about 1 inch in height. The photo shows a band that appears closer to 1.5 to 2 inches in height. A minor issue to be sure, but something of which to be aware. The size is the only other issue I have with this hat. I have worn size 7 3/8 my entire adult life so that is the size I ordered. The hat I received was marked 7 3/8, but it fits more like a 7 5/8. It's not so loose that I can't wear it, but it doesn't fit snugly enough that I feel it will stay on through an unexpected rush of wind. All in all, I feel this hat is a good value for the money. I'm happy with it, and would recommend it to others, with the caveats about the band and sizing.

Sam's hat

By Gary from Maple Ridge, BC, CA | June 7, 2014

Sam Houston exceptional quality. Priced too low, excellent deal.

Wonderful

By Jim from Yarmouth Port, MA | May 27, 2014

I bought the Planter Hat in a 7 3/8. Wonderful, sturdy hat with great proportions and excellent quality. It felt slightly large so I ordered another in 7 1/4. It's a perfect fit. I love both hats - for some reason they both seem to have different personalities so I kept them both. This is a large hat but the balance is perfect and really easy to wear. Couldn't find a better hat of this type!

Best Ever

By Opa from Cedar Park, TX | May 6, 2014

Outstanding hat! Arrived sooner than expected and was in pristine condition. Size was exactly what was advertised and the fit was perfect. The hat is great for mowing the lawn, outdoor sports events and for doing presentations of 1830's historical Texas figures. Will recommend Village Hat Shop. Vielen Dank,